Juveniles Who Must Be Detained for Short Periods of Time

question 16

True/False

Juveniles who must be detained for short periods of time are generally sent to jails with adult offenders and detainees.

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Indorsed

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Ratification

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Promissory Note

A written promise to pay a specified amount of money to a person or entity under agreed conditions.

Holder in Due Course

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